Each one is an interruption, and over the course of a day, they continuously nudge you to pick up your phone. So, get rid of them. On an iPhone, go to Settings > Notifications, select an app, and ...

Editor’s note: This segment was rebroadcast on Dec. 12, 2025. Click here for that audio. This story is part of our mental health series. Find out more here. For many parents, keeping their child’s ...

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The COVID-19 pandemic shifted our lives in myriad ways, including the amount of time we spent glued to our devices. Research ...

With social media becoming a major part of daily life, it’s easy to spend more time online than intended. Whether it’s ...

Smartphones have become an essential part of daily life, helping people stay connected, informed, and productive. However, ...

Researchers in Ohio led a study looking at hundreds of children’s brains since birth to examine the impact of screen time. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen shares an inside look at the study and how parents can ...

Click here for the original audio and to read more. Larry Rosen, professor emeritus at California State University Dominguez Hills, joins us to discuss the impact of technology on our brains and his ...